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  If you’re an active member of non-profit organizations, you’ve probably seen or attended a fundraising event before. It could’ve been a fancy gala, an auction, or maybe just a happy hour at the bar.   But when you’re on the planning committee, the real challenge begins. The event, then, isn’t a fun night out anymore. You’ll have to work out  the tiniest of details to throw an evening of fun, class, and donations.   It doesn’t matter what the scale of your fundraiserwill be; you still need to make a few integral elements work to plan the perfect event.   If this is your first time throwing a fundraiser, don’t panic.  We’ve got you covered! Here are five necessities you need to keep in mind:   Create a Budget You can't throw a fundraiser without spending money. If you’re the right amount of persuasive, you can probably get some donations for food, space, and entertainment, but even that won’t cover all the costs. You’ll have to pay for  transporta...

Everybody loves munching on popcorn. After all, it’s one of the most popular movie snacks in the world. In 2020, about 232.51 million Americans  consumed popcorn. Have you ever wondered where it comes from? Let’s clear up your confusion today. The corn people consume is not the same as the kernels that form popcorn. One specific kind of maize makes popcorn, and that’s Zea mays everta . Although this appears to be a regular corn kernel, it’s a one-of-a-kind that pops and turns into a tasty snack. Maize Strains Numerous famous maize types are grown in the country. As mentioned, only Zea mays everta pops. To put it in numbers, there are about 100 distinct types of Zea mays everta corn strains that vary in shape, size, and flavor. For instance, one strain pops into a mushroom form while another pops to resemble a snowflake. Gourmet popcorn  manufacturers typically utilize mushroom-style popcorn since it is thicker and retains its texture during the popping procedure. Whe...

  The moment you enter a movie theatre, the smell of freshly popped, hot, and buttery popcorn surrounds you in its warmth. It’s hard to imagine a cinema without popcorn, but this popped grain just made its way to the movies only about a century ago.   We associate popcorn with comfort and nostalgia; it’s loved so much that we’ve moved away from the classic butter and caramel flavors and created a variety of sweet and savory gourmet popcorn  to make our occasions extra special.   With how staple it has become to us throughout the world, its popularity now demands an explanation. Here’s a look at the history of pop corn!   A Popped Glance in History Long before our grocery stores sold popcorn packets and ages before delectable popcorn businesses like Just Get Poppin’ came up with a variety of fancy flavored popcorn , corn was just a wild grass in Mexico . It became a domesticated crop about 9,000 years ago; the first evidence of popcorn was unearthed in 2012 when ...

  Christmas time is near, and on such a joyous occasion, it makes sense that you want to celebrate with nice warm food and drinks . Eggnog, apple pie, and popcorn? Yes, even something light and airy as popcorn can get a touch of Christmas and become a joy to eat. You can load your Christmas popcorn with candies and sprinkles and make it gourmet popcorn . Bring it to your family on Christmas eve and see them experience a burst of flavor. Let’s dive into this easy-to-make recipe that you’ll want to make over and over again. Key Ingredients To make this exotic flavored popcorn , you’re going to need the following: ·  Popcorn : Popcorn is the main ingredient in this wonderful recipe. You can use a standard bag of salted, unbuttered microwavable popcorn. It can be prepared on the stove or with an air popper. ·  Candy Cane Hershey’s Kisses : Although you can buy these and stock up for the whole winter, they’re just that good. Not only does this taste delicious, but this red and...

  You know the saying, “ first impression is the last impression ,” right ? Well, that stands true when it comes to an open house. While a bowl of fancy-flavored popcorn  might not help sell your two-story home, it can leave a lasting impression. Food, after all, has the potential to make buyers feel more at home, which makes them stay longer and explore your space more seriously.   So, let’s look at a few open-house entrees that will welcome your potential buyers.   But first… What Makes for Great Open House Food? Your selection needs to be carefully thought out. This isn’t a party; you’re here to showcase your home to strangers. They don’t want a three-course meal; just light snacks they can munch on. So, don’t even think about serving pasta, cheese dips, meatballs, or stuffed mushrooms.   Ideal foods  for the open house will: ·  Have variety. This means you can serve multiple flavors of gourmet popcorn , brownies, and cookies. ·  Be snacks and ...

  It’s the time of the year when you have to host one party after another. Whether you’re preparing for a memorable Christmas get-together, a New Year’s Eve party, or a birthday party, you must make the event fun.   For that, you’ll have to put on your thinking hat and start planning ahead of time.   From sending out personalized invitations to deciding on décor, party snacks, gourmet popcorn  flavors, music, and drinks, there are many things to get right.   Don’t worry! You may feel overwhelmed right now, but we’ll guide you with our tips. Keep reading: Brainstorm Ideas Before you go shopping, make sure you have an idea what your party will be about. What themes are you going with? Is it going to be a movie-themed event, a winter classic, or a sophisticated affair?  Decide on at least two themes in case you can’t find décor for your initial idea. Make Your Guest List Knowing how many people will attend the party will help you decide how much food to buy or...